There’s the trek into the city, the dash across town on the tube (not to mention the squeeze) and arriving at the theatre on time can be a challenge in itself.

Let’s not even get into the stress of missing the last train back.

But there are actually a number of good deals on offer for overnight theatre trips into the city.

Metro.co.uk gave the Waldorf Hilton Hotel’s Theatre Thursday package a go… here’s why it is worth a try.

It’s only a stone’s throw away from the theatres

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The whole point of staying in London is to be close to all the action.

And what better way then staying in a stunning Edwardian landmark in the heart of London’s West End.

The Waldorf Hilton in Aldwych is a grade II listed building that dates back to 1908 and has recently undergone a £13.5 million redevelopment to restore it back to its elegant roaring twenties style – but with a modern twist.

It really does take your breath away when you arrive to that splendid facade with its magnificently grand pillars.

You can watch either School of Rock or Mamma Mia!

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School of Rock (my choice out of the two options) is a lot of fun to watch. Not only is it a smash-hit musical (it’s an Andrew Lloyd Webber production) but it’s pretty impressive to see the kids in the production act, sing and play instruments better than basically most adults you probably know.

Okay so if I was to be super critical there’s a little male-female stereotyping going on (women are whiney, men are lazy but cool) but hey why the hell. Sometimes it’s about just enjoying the show.

And wow what a show. I left feeling all tingly with all the songs still worming their way through my head.

I’m sure mamma Mia! which has been in the theatres for around 17 years now would be just as fun.

The room is actually an entire suite… and it is HUGE

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Okay so the rooms do have an executive feel to them rather than a boutique hotel but they are HUGE.

Not only is there an enormous bed that could easily fit about five people with nice thick cotton sheets but there’s also a sofa, walk in wardrobe, desk area and the marble bathroom is pretty spectacular.

With an enormous television above the bath, chunky bathrobes, slippers and a walk in shower, there’s not much more you could want from an en-suite.

Oh yeah and you can order a newspaper for the morning too.

The package includes afternoon tea… with bubbles

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Afternoon tea in the executive lounge included endless supplies of scones with jam and clotted cream, cake, sandwiches, tea and bubbles.

You can also get afternoon tea in the hotel’s Homage restaurant – not to mention endless supplies of drinks (wines, beers, spirits or more sparkling wine) before you head out for the night.

Afternoon tea is served all afternoon at the hotel so make sure you arrive nice and early to make the most of it – or if you’re heading out for the matinee performance you should still be able to get the tea afterwards instead.

It’s worth calling the hotel ahead to double check though.

And the next morning breakfast is pretty spectacular

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The main dining room at the Waldorf is pretty spectacular so it’s differently worth making the trip down to the ground floor for breakfast.

Drinks include freshly pressed juice, coffee and loads of different types of tea.

How much it all costs and how to book

Theatre tickets are usually between £90 and £120 for School of Rock and Mamma Mia! while a stay in one of the Queen deluxe rooms at the Hilton is around £280 a night.

But with the Theatre Thursday package deal the price for two people comes in at £405, saving around £50. That includes breakfast, afternoon tea and the unlimited supply of booze in the executive lounge.